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What is the best way to travel from Karlsruhe to Dresden?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses, Trains and Carpool for the journey to Dresden from Karlsruhe. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Car is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
8h 20m
$23
$32
9
Train
5h 33m
$27
$46
58
Car
5h 20m
$39
$48
3

What is the cheapest way to reach Dresden from Karlsruhe?

You can get to Dresden with just $23 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

today
from $24
tomorrow
from $23
Friday
from $27
Saturday
from $26
Sunday
from $27
Monday
from $30
Tuesday
from $33

    Cheapest Buses today

  • FlixBus
    8h 20m
    0
    12:20 PM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    8:40 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $24
  • FlixBus
    10h 25m
    0
    9:00 PM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    7:25 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $29
  • FlixBus
    12h 0m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    11:30 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $29

    Cheapest Buses tomorrow

  • FlixBus
    8h 20m
    0
    12:20 PM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    8:40 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $23
  • FlixBus
    10h 45m
    0
    1:40 AM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    12:25 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • FlixBus
    10h 0m
    0
    9:25 PM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    7:25 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • FlixBus
    9h 25m
    0
    8:35 PM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    6:00 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $33

    Cheapest Trains Friday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 53m
    0
    12:43 AM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    8:36 AM
    Dresden
    Neustadt Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $27
  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 5m
    0
    12:38 AM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    8:43 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $49
  • Deutsche Bahn
    10h 52m
    0
    6:51 PM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    5:43 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $49
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 8m
    0
    5:31 PM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    11:39 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $51
  • Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    8h 20m
    0
    12:20 PM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    8:40 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $29
  • FlixBus
    11h 5m
    0
    6:40 AM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    5:45 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $37
  • FlixBus
    12h 30m
    0
    11:55 PM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    12:25 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $37
  • FlixBus
    10h 45m
    0
    1:40 AM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    12:25 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $38
  • Cheapest Carpool Friday

  • BlaBlaCar
    5h 40m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Karlsruhe
    8:40 PM
    Dresden
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $51
  • BlaBlaCar
    5h 40m
    0
    11:30 AM
    Karlsruhe
    5:10 PM
    Dresden
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $53
  • BlaBlaCar
    5h 20m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Karlsruhe
    1:50 AM
    Dresden
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $56

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    8h 20m
    0
    12:20 PM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    8:40 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $26
  • FlixBus
    10h 45m
    0
    1:40 AM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    12:25 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • FlixBus
    11h 5m
    0
    6:40 AM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    5:45 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • FlixBus
    9h 25m
    0
    8:35 PM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    6:00 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30

    Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 57m
    0
    12:38 AM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    9:35 AM
    Dresden
    Neustadt Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $27
  • Deutsche Bahn
    9h 35m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    5:35 AM
    Dresden
    Neustadt Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $49
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 33m
    0
    5:57 AM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    11:30 AM
    Dresden
    Neustadt Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $69
  • Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    10h 45m
    0
    1:40 AM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    12:25 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $34
  • FlixBus
    11h 40m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    7:55 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $34
  • FlixBus
    9h 25m
    0
    8:35 PM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    6:00 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $34
  • FlixBus
    10h 0m
    0
    9:25 PM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    7:25 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $34
  • Cheapest Carpool Sunday

  • BlaBlaCar
    5h 20m
    0
    7:30 AM
    Karlsruhe
    12:50 PM
    Dresden
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $39
  • BlaBlaCar
    7h 30m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Karlsruhe
    9:30 PM
    Dresden
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $39

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    10h 45m
    0
    1:40 AM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    12:25 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • FlixBus
    11h 5m
    0
    6:40 AM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    5:45 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • FlixBus
    10h 0m
    0
    9:25 PM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    7:25 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • FlixBus
    9h 25m
    0
    8:35 PM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    6:00 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $31

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    10h 25m
    0
    9:00 PM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    7:25 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $33
  • FlixBus
    10h 45m
    0
    1:40 AM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    12:25 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $34
  • FlixBus
    11h 50m
    0
    3:15 AM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    3:05 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $34
  • FlixBus
    11h 5m
    0
    6:40 AM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    5:45 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $34

What are the fastest trips from Karlsruhe to Dresden?

You can get to Dresden from Karlsruhe in just 5h 20m with a Car from BlaBlaCar. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

today
from 8h 20m
tomorrow
from 8h 20m
Friday
from 5h 20m
Saturday
from 8h 20m
Sunday
from 5h 20m
Monday
from 9h 25m
Tuesday
from 8h 20m

    Fastest Buses today

  • FlixBus
    8h 20m
    0
    12:20 PM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    8:40 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $24
  • FlixBus
    10h 25m
    0
    9:00 PM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    7:25 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $29
  • FlixBus
    12h 0m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    11:30 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $29

    Fastest Buses tomorrow

  • FlixBus
    8h 20m
    0
    12:20 PM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    8:40 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $23
  • FlixBus
    9h 25m
    0
    8:35 PM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    6:00 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $33
  • FlixBus
    10h 0m
    0
    9:25 PM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    7:25 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • FlixBus
    10h 45m
    0
    1:40 AM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    12:25 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30

    Fastest Carpool Friday

  • BlaBlaCar
    5h 20m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Karlsruhe
    1:50 AM
    Dresden
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $56
  • BlaBlaCar
    5h 40m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Karlsruhe
    8:40 PM
    Dresden
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $51
  • BlaBlaCar
    5h 40m
    0
    11:30 AM
    Karlsruhe
    5:10 PM
    Dresden
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $53
  • Fastest Trains Friday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 8m
    0
    5:31 PM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    11:39 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $51
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 53m
    0
    12:43 AM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    8:36 AM
    Dresden
    Neustadt Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $27
  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 5m
    0
    12:38 AM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    8:43 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $49
  • Deutsche Bahn
    10h 52m
    0
    6:51 PM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    5:43 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $49
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    8h 20m
    0
    12:20 PM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    8:40 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $29
  • FlixBus
    9h 55m
    0
    8:05 PM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    6:00 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $38
  • FlixBus
    10h 45m
    0
    1:40 AM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    12:25 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $38
  • FlixBus
    11h 5m
    0
    6:40 AM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    5:45 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $37

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    8h 20m
    0
    12:20 PM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    8:40 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $26
  • FlixBus
    9h 25m
    0
    8:35 PM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    6:00 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • FlixBus
    10h 0m
    0
    9:25 PM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    7:25 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • FlixBus
    10h 45m
    0
    1:40 AM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    12:25 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30

    Fastest Carpool Sunday

  • BlaBlaCar
    5h 20m
    0
    7:30 AM
    Karlsruhe
    12:50 PM
    Dresden
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $39
  • BlaBlaCar
    7h 30m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Karlsruhe
    9:30 PM
    Dresden
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $39
  • Fastest Trains Sunday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 33m
    0
    5:57 AM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    11:30 AM
    Dresden
    Neustadt Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $69
  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 57m
    0
    12:38 AM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    9:35 AM
    Dresden
    Neustadt Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $27
  • Deutsche Bahn
    9h 35m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    5:35 AM
    Dresden
    Neustadt Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $49
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    9h 25m
    0
    8:35 PM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    6:00 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $34
  • FlixBus
    10h 0m
    0
    9:25 PM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    7:25 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $34
  • FlixBus
    10h 45m
    0
    1:40 AM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    12:25 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $34
  • FlixBus
    11h 5m
    0
    6:40 AM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    5:45 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $35

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    9h 25m
    0
    8:35 PM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    6:00 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $31
  • FlixBus
    10h 0m
    0
    9:25 PM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    7:25 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • FlixBus
    10h 45m
    0
    1:40 AM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    12:25 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • FlixBus
    11h 5m
    0
    6:40 AM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    5:45 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    8h 20m
    0
    12:20 PM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    8:40 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $34
  • FlixBus
    10h 25m
    0
    9:00 PM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    7:25 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $33
  • FlixBus
    10h 45m
    0
    1:40 AM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    12:25 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $34
  • FlixBus
    11h 5m
    0
    6:40 AM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    5:45 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $34
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Karlsruhe to Dresden

What are the most popular stations in Karlsruhe and Dresden?

In Karlsruhe, you will usually depart from Central Station, Heidehof Train Station or Tullastraße / Verkehrsbetriebe Train Station, while in Dresden you will be arriving at Train Station, Reitbahnstraße Bus Station or Reick Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Dresden from Karlsruhe? With 6 connections between 3 Bus, Train and Car operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Karlsruhe and Dresden, you can pay as low as $23 with a Bus from FlixBus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Car from BlaBlaCar: you will get to Dresden in just 5h 20m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Karlsruhe and Dresden are FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn and BlaBlaCar, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Karlsruhe and Dresden is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Ettlingen or to Freital, and look at flights from Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport, and landing at Dresden Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Karlsruhe to Dresden?

The most popular companies between Karlsruhe and Dresden, are FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn and BlaBlaCar. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn

All you need to know when you travel from Karlsruhe to Dresden

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Karlsruhe to Dresden. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Karlsruhe to Dresden

How can I reach Dresden from Karlsruhe?

Every day, there are on average 6 connections between Bus, Train and Car, with which you can get to Dresden from Karlsruhe.

How far is Dresden from Karlsruhe?

The distance between Karlsruhe and Dresden is 275.6 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Karlsruhe and Dresden?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 12 kgs of CO2, a train 16 kgs, a car 75 kgs, and a flight 109 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Karlsruhe to Dresden?

You can get to Dresden with just $23 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

What is the fastest way to get from Karlsruhe to Dresden?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Dresden in just 5h 20m with a Car from BlaBlaCar.

More routes to Karlsruhe and to Dresden

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Karlsruhe and to Dresden. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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